As the Champions Trophy 2025 approaches, uncertainty looms over India’s participation in Pakistan. Former spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed strong concerns about player security, suggesting that India should not travel unless safety is assured. The BCCI has yet to make an official decision, and the Indian government’s stance will be crucial.
Harbhajan Singh’s Take on Security Concerns
In a recent conversation with Sports Tak Bhajji showed his concern for the Team Indian and said
“What they say is what they think is right while what we say is our point of view. I feel the security concerns are always there and if the security of the players is not ensured there then I don’t think that the team should go there.”
“If they say that the teams will get full security and there is no hassle then it’s on the government to think and make decisions because, in the end, it’s not just about cricketing matters and the issue goes beyond. As a cricketer, I can say if you wish to play cricket, play cricket but the security concern is always there and players should not go there until the security is guaranteed,” he added.
While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not made an official decision, the Indian government’s stance will likely determine the outcome.
Harbhajan’s comments reflect a broader concern within the cricket community about the safety of players, underscoring the complex interplay between sports and international relations.
India’s Last Visit to Pakistan
India last travelled to Pakistan in 2008 for the Asia Cup, while Pakistan visited India for the 2023 ODI World Cup.
The diplomatic relationship between the two countries, marked by tensions, has heavily influenced their cricketing ties.
For over a decade, the Indian cricket team has avoided travelling to Pakistan, citing security concerns as the primary reason.
With the Champions Trophy just six months away, discussions are intensifying around whether India will participate.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has voiced his opinion on the matter, asserting that the Indian team should not travel to Pakistan unless security is fully guaranteed.
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